We\u2019re committed to ensuring that children and adults can enjoy sport and physical activity safe from harm, abuse, violence, exploitation and neglect<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Everyone involved in sport and activity, whether they are a volunteer, participant, spectator or an elite athlete, should never have to worry about abuse or harassment. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Safeguarding in sport is the process of protecting children and adults from harm by providing a safe space in which to play sport and be active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everyone has a role to play in keeping others safe and people should know what to do if they have any concerns. A key part of child safeguarding is spreading the message about keeping children safe and building a culture of always acting in the best interest of all children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One important difference between safeguarding adults and safeguarding children is that, as well as focusing on creating processes and systems to safeguard, there also needs to be a culture that consults with adults on every decision that affects them. Adults can of course make their own decisions, so it\u2019s important to keep them well informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All PDA coaches and volunteers are DBS checked and are kept fully informed of any enhancements\/changes brought about by organisations such as Sport England and the NSPCC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n